Chastain's Food & Spits, 3922 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA - Kitchen inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant name: CHASTAIN'S FOOD & SPITS
Address: 3922 Ryan St, Lake Charles, LA
Parish: Calcasieu
Restaurant type: Kitchen
Total inspections: 24
Last inspection: 09/05/2012

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Inspection findings

Inspection date

Type

  • Critical: Chemicals are stored with/above food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service or single use articles.
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
09/05/2012Reinspection
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical: Flies are present in the establishment.
  • Critical: Chemicals are stored with/above food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service or single use articles.
  • Bulk containers are not properly labeled.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.
  • Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
  • Equipment and utensils are not air-dried.
  • Clean equipment/utensils are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash, dust, or contamination
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
  • Plumbing is not maintained.
  • Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.
  • Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.
  • Floors are not clean.
08/28/2012Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 06/11/2012Reinspection
  • Critical: Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below.
  • Critical: Flies are present in the establishment.
  • Critical: Chemicals are stored with/above food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service or single use articles.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.
  • Raw fruits and/or vegetables are not thoroughly washed in water before being prepared
  • Non-food contact equipment is not maintained in good repair.
  • Utensils/food-contact surfaces are not finished to a smooth, easily cleanable surface.
  • Equipment used for cooling, heating and holding cold and hot foods are not sufficient to maintain proper food temperatures.
  • Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
  • In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food.
  • A current state food safety certificate is not conspicuously posted.
  • Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.
  • Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles.
  • Moist cloths used for wiping spills on food contact surfaces are not stored in approved chemical sanitizer between uses.
  • Food handlers are not wearing proper hair restraints.
06/07/2012Routine
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.
  • Food scoop is constructed without a handle.
  • Utensils/food-contact surfaces are not finished to a smooth, easily cleanable surface.
  • Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
  • A current state food safety certificate is not conspicuously posted.
  • Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.
  • Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.
  • Walls/ceilings or attached equipment are not in good repair.
  • Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles.
  • Lockers or suitable facilities are not provided / used for storage of employees personal items, clothing and other possessions.
  • Moist cloths used for wiping spills on food contact surfaces are not stored in approved chemical sanitizer between uses.
03/23/2012Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 12/05/2011Reinspection
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical: Chlorine sanitizer concentration for warewashing is not between 50-100 p.p.m. at 75?F.
  • Critical: Roaches are present in the establishment.
  • Critical: Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.
  • Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
  • Clean equipment/utensils are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash, dust, or contamination
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
  • In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food.
  • A current state food safety certificate is not conspicuously posted.
  • Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles.
  • Critical: Roaches are present in the establishment.
11/23/2011Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 10/07/2011Reinspection
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical: Flies are present in the establishment.
  • Critical: Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.
  • Critical: Chemicals are stored with/above food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service or single use articles.
  • Critical: Employee did not wash hands and exposed portions of arms at appropriate time.
  • Critical: Employee was drinking in a food preparation or other area where food equipment, utensils or other items requiring protection were stored.
  • Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
  • Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.
  • Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.
  • Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles.
09/27/2011Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 07/29/2011Complaint
No violation noted during this evaluation. 06/30/2011Reinspection
  • Critical: Ready to eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on premises and held for more than 24 hours is not date marked.
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Single-service and single-use articles are reused
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
  • Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.
  • Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.
  • The insect control device is located above a food preparation area.
  • Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles.
  • Moist cloths used for wiping spills on food contact surfaces are not stored in approved chemical sanitizer between uses.
06/29/2011Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 04/04/2011Reinspection
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical: Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.
04/01/2011Reinspection
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical: Roaches are present in the establishment.
  • Critical: Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.
  • Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
  • A current state food safety certificate is not conspicuously posted.
  • Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.
  • Openings are not protected against the entry of rodents or insects.
  • Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles.
  • Moist cloths used for wiping spills on food contact surfaces are not stored in approved chemical sanitizer between uses.
03/22/2011Routine
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical: Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.
  • Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.
  • In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food.
  • Soap and/or paper towels are not provided for use at the hand wash lavatory.
  • Light bulbs are not shielded or coated in areas where there is exposed food, clean equipment, utensils, or unwrapped single service or single use articles.
  • Moist cloths used for wiping spills on food contact surfaces are not stored in approved chemical sanitizer between uses.
12/15/2010Routine
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
  • In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food.
09/22/2010Routine
  • Critical: Food stored for cold-holding and service was not held at a temperature of 41 °F or below.
  • Critical: Working containers of chemicals are not labeled.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.
  • Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
05/18/2010Routine
  • Critical: Food meets the definition of adulterated.
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical: Rodents are present in the establishment.
  • Critical: Employee was drinking in a food preparation or other area where food equipment, utensils or other items requiring protection were stored.
  • Non-food contact surfaces of equipment have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue and other debris.
  • Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.
12/21/2009Routine
No violation noted during this evaluation. 09/17/2009Reinspection
  • Critical: Rodents are present in the establishment.
  • Critical: Chemicals are stored with/above food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service or single use articles.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.
  • Food is stored where it is exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination
  • Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
  • Clean equipment/utensils are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash, dust, or contamination
09/03/2009Routine
  • Critical: Rodents are present in the establishment.
06/16/2009Routine
  • Critical: Food meets the definition of adulterated.
  • Critical: Flies are present in the establishment.
  • Critical: Rodents are present in the establishment.
  • An accurate ambient air temperature-measuring device is not provided.
  • Food is not stored in a clean, covered container.
  • Non-food contact surfaces are not cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues.
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
  • In use food utensils are not stored with the handles above the top of the food.
  • A covered waste can is not provided in the ladies toilet room.
  • Outdoor premises used for garbage storage is not maintained clean and free of litter.
06/09/2009Routine
  • Critical: Food contact surfaces and utensils are not clean to sight and touch.
  • Food is not stored six (6) inches off the floor.
  • Clean equipment/utensils are not stored as to eliminate exposure to splash, dust, or contamination
  • Single use/single service articles are not stored at least six (6) inches off the floor
  • Outside waste receptacles were not kept closed.
  • Floors are not clean.
03/18/2009Routine

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